2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 613 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
